Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM88
Japanese Hariko Paper Mache Shishi Dancing Lion Dog Mask Vtg Komainu Red OM88
Vtg Japanese Hariko Shishi Lion Mask
This is a Japanese lacquered hariko paper mache shishi lion mask. Also called komainu, these lion dogs are often depicted as guardian statues outside of temples. They are also famous for shishi-mai, or lion dance (which has a Chinese equivalent). This gorgeous piece can be used for room decoration or shows and dances. The mouth opens and closes on a wooden frame and hinge attached to string and the ears are adjustable/removable. It has a long red and white silk fabric panel covering the back side that appears to have been added at a later time. There are numerous bells attached to both the mask itself and along the cloth.
- Red, black, gold
- Paper, wood, fabric
- C1950
- Item weight: 803 grams
- Packed weight: 1200 grams
- Approx. [Mask] 14 cm long x 26 cm wide x 12 cm tall; [Fabric] 36 cm wide x 130 cm long
- Good condition considering age. Imperfections in lacquer. Some scratches. Some stains on white sections of the fabric. Lacquer peeling in some places. Wear around teeth from mouth opening and closing. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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